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English Word of the Day: 188 rest - verb / noun

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Word of the Day:

rest - verb / noun - pronunciation link

Definition

to sit, lie down or sleep to regain strength; n. that which remains; the others

Example Sentences

I need to take a rest before I finish the yard work.
Can we rest for a few minutes?

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Here is a list of some of the most common phrasal verbs concerning arrivals and departures using the prepositions "ON" and "OFF". Each phrasal verb includes an explanation and example sentence.

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